Benefiting Love & Paws Rescue
Cox Running Club and Woodshed Smokehouse are excited to host the Inaugural Doggy Dash on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Woodshed Smokehouse in Fort Worth! This dog-friendly race event is all about fitness, fun, and giving back—100% of event proceeds benefit Love & Paws Rescue, a foster-based dog rescue dedicated to saving the most at-risk dogs in Texas.
Bring your running shoes, your pup, and your big heart for rescue!
📍 Event Details
What:
2026 Doggy Dash 5K & Fun Run/Walk
When:
Saturday, January 31, 2026
Where:
Woodshed Smokehouse
3201 Riverfront Dr.
Fort Worth, TX 76102
⏱️ Race Start Times
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5K Run/Walk (3.1 miles): 9:00 AM
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1-Mile Doggy Dash: 9:05 AM
Both races are chip-timed and dog-friendly.
Note: Dogs must be registered to attend.
Hydration stations for both humans and dogs will be available at the halfway/turnaround point.
🎉 Post-Run Fun
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Vendor booths featuring local small businesses
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Games and music
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Adoptable dogs from Love & Paws Rescue
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Family-friendly activities for all ages
💲 Registration Fees
Early Bird (through 1/15/26):
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5K: $30
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1-Mile Doggy Dash: $20
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Dog (any race): $10
Online Registration (through 1/30/26):
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5K: $35
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1-Mile Doggy Dash: $25
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Dog (any race): $10
Race Day (on-site only):
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5K: $40
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1-Mile Doggy Dash: $30
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Dog (any race): $10
⚠️ Event is capped at 300 participants. Register early!
🎁 What You Get
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Swag bag
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Commemorative finisher medal honoring 2026
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Breakfast taco
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Choice of beer or soft drink
🐶 Dog finishers receive a Redbarn meaty bone to take home!
Event shirts are available for purchase during registration. Limited quantities will be available on race day.
📦 Packet Pick-Up
RACE DAY ONLY!
Please do not contact or visit Woodshed Smokehouse for packet pickup on Friday.
Race Day Packet Pickup:
Saturday, January 31 | Starting at 7:00 AM
Woodshed Smokehouse
3201 Riverfront Dr., Fort Worth, TX 76107
🏆 Awards (5K Only)
Overall Awards:
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Overall Male & Female
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Overall Master Male & Female
Age Groups (Male & Female):
12 & Under, 13–18, 19–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70 & Over
Top male and female in each age group will receive awards, excluding overall winners.
Official results provided by Cox Racing Services.
❤️ Giving Back
100% of proceeds from the Doggy Dash support Love & Paws Rescue and their mission to save the most at-risk dogs across Texas.